Quaker Houghton (KWR) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
KWR - Quaker Houghton
$156.67
-1.30 (-0.82%)
▼
5d:
-1.11%
30d:
-1.76%
90d:
+5.27%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 29, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: KWR shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite slightly low pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: KWR shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite slightly low pricing.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$285.95
Based on 12.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$177.56
11.8% Margin of Safety
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 16.5x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: KWR is currently trading at $156.67, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $155.52 to $160.25. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 16.4) is in line with its historical norms (16.5). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 0.3% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 54.8% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KWR is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $152.36. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: KWR scores 75/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $193.14 (+23.3%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KWR is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $152.36. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: KWR scores 75/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $193.14 (+23.3%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$155.52 -
$160.25
Company Quality Score
61/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
90.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 23.3% below Wall St target ($193.14)
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 75/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$155.52 -
$160.25
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$152.36
Resistance Level
$161.13
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
16.38
Wall Street Target
$193.14
(+23.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
10.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
54.8%
Profit Margin
5.0%
Valuation Discount vs History
-0.3% cheaper
PE vs Historical
16.4 vs 16.5
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-0.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$156.20
(0%)
2-Year Target
$155.73
(-1%)
3-Year Target
$155.26
(-1%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 16→17)
$156.37
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 21.6%)
$341.13
(+118%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 16.4, Growth: 21.6%)
$281.42
(+80%)
Bear:
(PE: 13.9, Growth: 21.6%)
$239.20
(+53%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (28x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (16x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 27.89 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.61
Bull Case
$293.41
(+86%)
Analyst growth 70.5%, PE expands to 30.7
Base Case
$266.73
(+69%)
Market implied 70.5%, PE stable at 27.9
Bear Case
$106.41
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 23.7
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 16.4 to 16.5
Stabilization Target:
$157.78
(+0.7%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+0.7%
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Last updated: October 21, 2026 5:20 PM ET
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